Mashed potatoes: a staple at any potluck, holiday feast, and university student diet. These mashed potatoes are cooked in one pot and can easily be doubled or tripled if you are feeding your friends or are really hungry (no judgment).

A side dish like mashed potatoes should be luscious, creamy, and easy to make. This recipe definitely achieves those qualities. If you are looking to elevate your side dish, feel free to add some cheese, chives, cayenne, the options are endless.

4-Ingredient Mashed Potatoes

  • Prep Time:5 minutes
  • Cook Time:20 minutes
  • Total Time:25 minutes
  • Servings:2
  • Easy

    Ingredients

  • 2 russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled
  • Salt
  • Pepper
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  • Step 1

    Bring a pot of water to the boil. Season with a good amount of salt and add in the clove of garlic.

    #SpoonTip: The water should be salted to taste like the ocean.

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  • Step 2

    Peel and chop potatoes. Add to the boiling water and cook until tender.

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  • Step 3

    Drain the water from the potatoes and mash.

  • Step 4

    Add the butter and milk. Season with salt and pepper.

    #SpoonTip: To ensure your mashed potatoes stay warm until dinnertime, cover them with cling wrap and place over a hot water bath.

    Photo by Helena Lin